June 5, 2026
CALL TO THE WORLD… Enthusiastic South African football fans usher in the World Cup with their noisy Vuvuzela.
Supporters attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup will have to adjust to a stricter set of stadium regulations, with football’s governing body introducing new measures aimed at improving safety and matchday experience across tournament venues.
Among the items prohibited inside stadiums are vuvuzelas, air horns, whistles and other devices capable of generating excessive noise. The restrictions will apply at all venues hosting matches in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
The decision means the iconic vuvuzela, which became synonymous with the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, will not be heard during this year’s tournament. The plastic horn gained worldwide recognition during the competition but also sparked debate among fans and broadcasters because of its persistent buzzing sound.
